Science & Technology — August 4, 2026
Spent SpaceX rocket will hit the moon. The upper stage of a Falcon 9 will slam into the lunar surface early Wednesday; astronomers say the accidental impact could yield useful science.
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Global warming has accelerated sharply. After removing El Niño, volcanic, and solar effects, researchers found the planet has shifted to a faster warming rate of roughly 0.35°C per decade.
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Apple fights UK iCloud backdoor demand. Apple appealed a renewed UK legal order demanding access to encrypted iCloud data, a fight critics say could threaten the privacy of users worldwide, including Americans.
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EU AI transparency rules take effect. New EU AI Act obligations took effect, requiring clearer labeling of chatbots and deepfakes — rules that will shape how U.S. tech firms operate globally.
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